Xiaomi’s Redmi Pad 2 ups the ante on budget tablets with a high-resolution 11″ screen, a powerhouse 9,000 mAh battery, MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra, and aggressive pricing starting under ₹14,000.
Design & Display
The Redmi Pad 2 sports an 11″ 16:10 LCD with 2.5K (2560×1600) resolution, 90 Hz refresh rate, TÜV Rheinland–certified eye protection, and up to 600 nits peak brightness. Its slim aluminum frame and dual-tone back finish in Graphite Gray or Mint Green make it feel premium in hand.
Performance & Software
Under the hood sits the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra (an enhanced G99 variant) paired with Android 15 (with HyperOS 2 rumored later). Configurations include:
- 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage
- 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage
- 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage
Smooth everyday multitasking, casual gaming, and browsing are guaranteed, and storage can be expanded via microSD.
Battery Life & Charging
A mammoth 9,000 mAh battery delivers up to 10–12 hours of mixed-use endurance (video, web, docs) at 75 % brightness. Fast charging at 18 W tops it up in under 3 hours.
Ports & Connectivity
- Wi-Fi variant or Wi-Fi + 4G support
- USB-C port with OTG
- 3.5 mm audio jack
- Quad Dolby Atmos speakers
- Bluetooth 5.2 & Wi-Fi 6
No HDMI out—use USB-C adapters for external displays.
Pricing & Availability
- 4 GB + 128 GB (Wi-Fi): ₹13,999
- 6 GB + 128 GB (Wi-Fi + 4G): ₹15,999
- 8 GB + 256 GB (Wi-Fi + 4G): ₹17,999
Available from June 24 via Amazon India, Xiaomi’s online store, and select retail outlets.
Rumors & Future Updates
- HyperOS 2 update rumored by Q3
- Potential stylus support accessory
- Expanded color palette and a slimmer bezels variant in 2026
- Possible OLED upgrade for Pad 2 Pro later this year
Verdict
Buy if…
- You want a top-tier budget tablet with a sharp 2.5K screen
- Long battery life and quad-speaker audio matter
- You value expandable storage and optional 4G
Wait if…
- You need built-in stylus support out of the box
- You prefer OLED panels or ultra-slim bezels
- You want official HyperOS 2 at launch
The Redmi Pad 2 cements its place as one of 2025’s best value tablets—powerful, enduring, and priced to win.